Looking for the best team-building activities in Chicago? Whether you’re planning a fun group outing, a corporate event, or an engaging team-building experience, Chicago has endless options to offer. Bondly recently worked with Google, Airbnb, Visa, Boston Consulting Group, and many more to successfully organize team events!
This article presents a variety of engaging ideas for team building activities in Chicago and surrounding areas. Whether you're looking for fun group activities in Chicago or specific team events near me, we have you covered.
Explore options for group activities in Chicago for adults, including unique corporate team building activities that foster collaboration and camaraderie. From outdoor team building activities to exciting group outings in Chicago, there are plenty of choices to suit your needs.
If you're interested in team building camps near me or best group activities in Chicago, this article will guide you through the most enjoyable experiences available. Discover the top team activities in Chicago and find the perfect fit for your group, whether you're planning a casual outing or a structured team event.
Price: From $144 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-32 people
Duration: 3 hours
Master the art of pizza with our hands-on class! Learn to craft perfect dough, stretch and top your pizza, and cook it to perfection. End with a delicious homemade panna cotta for a truly authentic experience.
What will be taught
How to make fresh pizza dough
How to stretch fresh pizza dough
How to properly top a pizza (not as easy as you might think)
How to Cook a pizza in a high temp wood burning oven
Choosing the Right Cheese for Your Pizza
Which Yeast to Use
Panna Cotta
General knife skills
Menu
Pizza Pizza Pizza!
Orange and Vanilla Scented Panna Cotta
Price: $144 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-32 people
Duration: 2 hours
Learn to craft fresh pasta from scratch! Master the art of rolling dough, forming shapes, and creating delicious fillings and sauces. Plus, discover the secrets to storing, cooking, and serving pasta for an amazing dinner.
What will be taught
How to make fresh pasta dough
How to roll out fresh pasta
Simple ravioli making
Pasta cooking
How to shape tortellini
How to make a classic Caccio e Pepe sauce
Cherry tomato ragu
How to roast squash
General knife skills
Menu
Tagliatelle di Caccio Pepe
Spinach Ricotta Ravioli with Cherry Tomato Ragu
Traditional Meat Tortellini in Brodo
Price: $89 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 15-75 people
Duration: 2 hours
Discover Chicago's iconic deep-dish pizza on a unique food tour! Visit three legendary pizzerias in the Magnificent Mile area, tasting and comparing their famous pies side by side. It's a pizza lover's dream and a delicious journey through Chicago's culinary heritage.
What's Included
Visit 3 of the hottest restaurants to enjoy signature dishes at each – all in one outing.
No waiting and no reservations needed for the best seats at these in-demand restaurants.
VIP service throughout.
Learn fascinating history and anecdotes along the way from your expert tour guide.
Price: Differs by menu
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 12-30 people
Duration: 2 hours
Raise a Glass & Bond at Bou! Upscale omakase & sushi rolls fuel a vibrant team gathering. Delicious food, cocktails & lively atmosphere create lasting memories.
Cocktail & Sushi Party
12 pieces plated signature omakase
2 rolls per person
Open bar includes sake, beer and speciality cocktails
Price: Differs by menu
Type: In-Person, Private event only
Group Size: for 12-30 people
Duration: 2 hours
Unwind & Connect at Sushi By Bou! Luxurious chef's choice omakase experience. Perfect for team bonding in a vibrant atmosphere.
Omakase
17 course sushi omakase
1 handroll
Chef's choice based on market availability
Price: $45.11/ person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 10-100 people
Duration: 2 hours
Cheers to Teamwork! Unwind with colleagues at Brew Yards' Weekday Happy Hour. Enjoy open taps & delicious BBQ appetizers. Ditch Zoom, bond in person!
Happy Hour
Open taps
Assorted BBQ appetizers for your table
Price: From $50 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-12 people
Duration: 2 hours
Revamp your wardrobe with a unique touch at this screen printing workshop! Bring your own t-shirt or sweatshirt and learn to create standout designs with this fun, easy process. No experience needed—just creativity and a desire to craft!
What's Included
Instruction in screen printing basics
Over 15 premade screens with bold, playful designs
Coaching in the ink-pulling process
Use of provided materials and tools
Your unique upcycled t-shirt or sweatshirt to take home
Price: from $47.70 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-30 people
Duration: 90 minutes
Unleash Your Inner Artist! Create your own Chicago street art with our interactive workshop. Learn spray paint & stencil techniques. Take home your masterpiece!
What's Included
Bring Your Own Beverage (BYOB)
Expert guidance to create your own original piece
Instruction in spray paint and stencil techniques
Personalized 16″x20″ canvas for each participant to take home
Gloves and aprons provided
Access to over 100 stencils
Price: From $45 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-20 people
Duration: 3 hours
Join this BYOB painting class for a fun-filled evening of creativity, laughter, and relaxation. Bring your favorite drink and let our talented instructors guide you step-by-step to create your own masterpiece!
Class
Guided Paint & Sip Class: Step-by-step instruction from a professional artist.
Art Materials: Use of high-quality water-based acrylic paints and 16” x 20” canvas boards
Finished Artwork: Students take home their completed painting.
BYOB: Bring your own beverages to enjoy during the class.
Materials & Supplies: All art materials provided.
The painting dries quickly and will be dry and permanent by the end of the class.
Price: $125 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 5-80 people
Duration: 1 hour
Fire up creativity! Shoot & spin your way to a masterpiece! Immersive art experience fosters teamwork & communication. Choose something different!
Art experience
Shooting/Spinning Art Experience(Canvas 24*36 for teamwork(per each 7 people))
Art Room Experience(Canvas 12*16 per person)
Paint
Premium Clothes Protection(Raincoat and Tall Shoe covers)
Price: $115 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 6-60 people
Duration: 1 hour
Brushstrokes & Bears! Paint unique baby bears & unleash team spirit in a fun, immersive experience!
Art experience
Fluid Bear Experience(Baby Bear per person)
Art Room Experience
Paint
Premium Clothes Protection(Raincoat and Tall Shoe covers)
Price: $100 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 6-80 people
Duration: 1 hour
Spark your team's creativity! Experience an "Art Touch" team session - a unique way to foster communication & build a stronger unit. Forget the ordinary, choose something different!
Fluid Art Experience(Canvas 16*20 per person)
Art Room Experience
Paint
Premium Clothes Protection(Raincoat and Tall Shoe covers)
Price: $190 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 5-80 people
Duration: 2 hours
Blast creativity together! Spin art, pour masterpieces & explore artistic techniques. Build communication & teamwork in a fun, immersive experience.
Shooting/Spinning Art Experience(Canvas 24*36 for teamwork(per each 7 people))
Fluid Art Experience(Canvas 16*20 per person)
Art Room Experience
Paint
Premium Clothes Protection(Raincoat and Tall Shoe covers)
Price: $60 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 6-80 people
Duration: 40 minutes
Unleash creativity & teamwork! Splash into an unforgettable art experience. Our immersive session fosters communication & builds a cohesive team. Forget the standard corporate gatherings, chose something inspiring!
Art Splash Experience(Canvas 12*16 per person)
Paint
Premium Clothes Protection(Raincoat and Tall Shoe covers)
Price: $56.50 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 15-40 people
Duration: 4 hours
Unite & Create! Build a masterpiece together with our Mosaic DIY Team Building. Fun & creative, this experience fosters collaboration & leaves a lasting reminder.
What's included
Candle holder
Staff guided workshop and material
Price: $78 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-10 people
Duration: 3 hours
Learn how to make your own tufted rug in this tufting workshop in Chicago. Tufting is one of the newest social media sensations for a reason! It's fun, creative, and can be a relaxing craft to help you unwind!
Workshop
18" x 18" tufted rug
Price: $145 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-20 people
Duration: 2 hours
Unlock your artistry potential with this figure drawing classes. Receive expert guidance, enhance your skills, and capture the essence of live models.
Class
Live Art Model: Professional model with varied poses
Expert Instruction: Guidance in graphite and charcoal techniques.
Materials Kit: All drawing materials and a take-home sketchbook.
Price: From $44.20 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 4-90 people
Duration: 1 hour
Step into immersive escape rooms where you and your team become heroes on a mission. Crack codes, uncover clues, and solve puzzles in a multi-room adventure that’s all about teamwork, storytelling, and more than just escaping.
Choose from one of the following:
Immersive Multi-Room Set
Heroic Missions
Code Cracking
Clue Uncovering
Collaborative Gameplay
Tactile Challenges
Story-Driven Adventures
Price: From $38.10 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 4-99 people
Duration: 60 minutes
Unleash your inner detective with Chicago's original escape rooms. Dive into handcrafted puzzles by local artisans, offering unique, mind-bending challenges for an unforgettable adventure with colleagues, friends, or family.
Chose between one of the following games:
Operation G.R.A.N.I.E: The Greater Retired Alliance of Intelligence and Espionage (G.R.A.N.I.E.) needs your help! Head to the future to activate this secret agent and save Chicago’s tomorrow.
The Dollhouse: Enter the neon lair of 'The Dollhouse Killer' in 1982. Decode the puzzles to unveil their identity before this B-movie nightmare returns to cast you in their sinister plot.
Duck & Cover Classroom: Travel back to 1954 and solve puzzles in a nuclear-era classroom to find misplaced radioactive materials before Chicago faces disaster.
Detective vs. Dillinger: Step into 1934 and help a young detective take down John Dillinger. Solve puzzles and crack codes in this film-noir adventure to save Chicago from notorious mobsters.
Roaring Dan's Pirate Dungeon: Travel to 1908 to face Chicago's pirate, Roaring Dan Seavy. Uncover secrets in his hideout and escape the dungeon before Lake Michigan's icy tide comes in.
Event Space add-on
Rate: $100 per hour
Capacity: 15 people
Amenities: Tables and chairs provided
Features: Guests can bring food and drinks
Lobby Area Rental (larger groups)
Larger groups can also rent the lobby area
Amenities: Tables and chairs provided
Features: Guests can bring food and drinks
Price: $58.40 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 12-100 people
Duration: 2 hours
Uncover the hidden gems of Chicago's Loop on our engaging scavenger hunt! Discover landmarks like the Picasso in Daley Plaza and Cloud Gate in Millennium Park while solving clues and learning about architecture and art.
Scavenger Hunt
You and your teammates will search for answers to tricky, humorous questions about the amusing things and cool places you discover
No previous knowledge is required: you just need a sharp mind and comfy shoes
The hunts are conducted by our live, in-person Hunt Hosts and assistants
The hunts are not races, and running disqualifies you
Price: $75 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 16-24 people
Duration: 3 hours
Level Up Your Fun! Hilarious hosts lead epic party games in comfy, private rooms. Perfect for team building. Unleash your competitive spirit & create lasting memories!
Hosted Experience
Original party games
Fun live hosts
Spacious private rooms that feel just like one of your friend's homes
Delicious drinks are available by pre-order or can be purchased on-site!
Price: $65.32 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 50-200 people
Duration: 3 hours
Step into a futuristic VR realm where your real body becomes part of the action. Immerse yourself in thrilling worlds with cutting-edge motion capture and haptic technology. Experience a transformation like no other and create unforgettable memories!
What's Included
Full Immersion: Transform into your virtual self using Hollywood motion capture, 3D body trackers, custom hardware, and haptic suits.
Shared Adventures: Enjoy thrilling Sandbox worlds, from space journeys to zombie ambushes, designed to enhance connections and create unforgettable moments.
Choose between one of the following
Squid Game: Compete against your crew in several pulse-pounding (yet more approachable, but just as thrilling) mini-games inspired by the #1 Netflix series. Play again and again to experience and master all-new games and challenges.
Seekers of the Shard: Dragonfire: Journey through a world of fantasy and explore a ruined fortress, an underground river, a haunted tomb and the dragon's tower as you become Seekers of the Shard.
Deadwood Valley: Engage in an adrenaline-pumping zombie thrill-ride through a town overrun by zombies, across isolated country roads and into the darkest depths of the valley. Can your squad survive?
Amber Sky 2088: Journey from the futuristic city of New Hong Kong and soar through the clouds via Earth's last standing space elevator.
Deadwood Mansion: Do you and your friends have what it takes to survive the zombie horde? Work together to discover the terrible secrets of Deadwood Mansion as you face the undead challenge.
Curse of Davy Jones: Battle supernatural creatures on the high seas and hunt for Davy Jones' treasure.
Star Trek: Discovery Away Mission - Engage in exhilarating shootouts with your iconic Starfleet Phaser and beam down to explore breathtaking alien worlds with your friends. Discover the mysteries of a lost Starfleet ship along the way.
Food Package
Chicken Sausage Flatbread (Large) x 2
Veggie Flatbread (Large) x 2
Dips & Veggies Platter (Large) x 2
OTB's Charcuterie Platter (Large) x 3
Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Sandwiches (Large) x 1
Southwest Vegan Wraps (Large) x 1
Jerk Chicken Caesar Wraps (Large) x 1
Beverages
Incldues your choice of 2 batched cocktails, 2 wines, and 2 beers along with an assortment of sodas, bottled water, clear plastic cups, cocktail napkins, and Straws.
Price: $63 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 100-200 people
Duration: 3 hours
Dive into the ultimate fun at WhirlyBall with high-energy games and entertainment. Enjoy thrilling WhirlyBall, competitive bowling, and immersive laser tag in a lively, action-packed setting perfect for group excitement.
What's Included
2 WhirlyBall Courts for 2hs
Bowling: 8 lanes for 2 hs. A maximum of 6 bowlers allowed per each bowling lane.
2 Lasertag: Entire Arena for 2hsr
3 Ping Pong tables
3 Corn Hole
3 Giant Jenga
3 Giant Connect Four
Food package: served buffet style: 1 Salad, 3 Craft Pizzas
Beverage package: 2 drink tickets per person: beer, house wines, and non-alcoholic beverages
Price: From $146 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 1-12 people
Duration: 3 hours
Treat your team to an exclusive sailing experience that includes breathtaking views of the skyline, refreshing swims, and the luxury of private yachting including Chicago’s largest chartered Catamaran.
Sailing
Exclusive use of a catamaran for up to 12 guests (option to rent up to two boats)
Fully equipped with a kitchen, grill, and swimming floats
Option to BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage) with provided coolers and refrigerator
Price: $141.67 / person
Type: In-Person
Group Size: for 13-18 people
Duration: 3 hours
Engage in thrilling team building with sailboat racing in downtown Chicago's Monroe Harbor. Perfect for corporate events, enjoy sailing lessons and compete in an exhilarating race. Expert captains ensure a safe and engaging adventure for all skill levels.
Sailing
Introductory sailing lessons by Licensed Captains, suitable for all skill levels
Competitive sailboat race with teams of six, fostering teamwork and strategic thinking
Price: $30 / person
Type: Virtual
Group Size: for 20-150 people
Duration: 45 minutes
Awaken your inner magician! Join Brett Schneider (Instructor of Magic at the Magic Castle) for an interactive online workshop. Learn iconic tricks, master mind-reading, and impress everyone with your newfound skills!
Interactive Event
Demonstration of advanced illusions
Learn how to perform a jaw-dropping card trick and mind-reading
No prior skill or experience is necessary
Price: $50 / person
Type: Virtual
Group Size: for 10-600 people
Duration: 2 hours
Battle of the Brains: A lively virtual team trivia challenge led by witty hosts. Test collective intelligence with engaging questions for a fun-filled experience!"
Virtual trivia
Hosted by professional actors and brainiacs
Engaging and interactive trivia sessions
Designed to test team's collective intelligence
Fun-filled atmosphere for all participants
Price: $52 / person
Type: Virtual
Group Size: for 1-50 people
Duration: 60 minutes
This is a deep dive into The Old Fashioned with an enthusiastic and knowledgeable NYC bartender. We'll answer all the questions you have, including the ones you were too scared to ask (Yes you can use tequila and yes it's delicious). You'll learn about the development of the drink and make two cocktails. One the "old fashioned" way, and one with your personal twist. You can tell how good a bartender is by how they make a few key classic cocktails, and how they put their spin on it. This class shows you how to do exactly that by taking you through the cultural history and development of classic cocktails, and then giving you the tools you need to make it your own.
Class
Learn about the development of the drink and make two cocktails. One the "old fashioned" way, and one with your personal twist.
Price: $9 / person
Type: Virtual
Group Size: for 1-50 people
Duration: 45 minutes
What's Included
What's Included
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) session
Intense exercise bursts with short rest periods
Focus on maximizing calorie burn and cardiovascular fitness
Suitable for all fitness levels
Time-efficient and effective workout
Affordable indoor activities. Traditional team building activity ideas. If you are looking for affordable indoor activities that you can enjoy without leaving the office, you can refer to these ideas.
Without speaking, team members must line up in a certain order (e.g., by birthday or height) based on clues they give each other through gestures.
Teammates take turns performing lip-sync versions of their favorite songs, and the group votes on the most entertaining performance.
Stick a famous person or character’s name on each teammate’s forehead, and they must guess who they are by asking yes or no questions.
Each team gets a box of Legos and is tasked with creating something unique, like a skyscraper or a robot, within a set time.
Teams race against each other to complete a puzzle first, fostering collaboration and problem-solving.
Rent a portable laser tag set or visit a nearby laser tag facility for an active indoor competition.
Teams compete to build the tallest tower out of marshmallows and spaghetti within a time limit.
Combine Pictionary and Truth or Dare, where the drawing clues involve truth questions or dares.
Set up quick 1-on-1 chats for teammates to get to know each other, with fun prompts for conversation starters.
Break into teams and write a fun song about your company or team, then perform it for the group.
Host a competitive Jenga tournament where teams take turns removing and stacking blocks without letting the tower fall.
Use a sturdy rope for an indoor game of Tug of War, using small spaces like the hallway or an open office area.
Teams create a product or service idea, then pitch it to a panel of “investors” (colleagues) in a Shark Tank-style format.
Teams participate in a variety of silly events, such as chair racing, paper basketball, and stapler tossing.
Use a soft ball and set up a mini indoor soccer game in a wide hallway or open office space.
Teams must design a contraption using materials like paper, straws, and tape to protect an egg from cracking when dropped from a height.
Teams must build a tower out of balloons and tape, competing to see who can build the tallest structure.
Create trivia questions about your company, industry, or general knowledge, and have teams compete to get the most answers right.
Teammates show off their hidden talents in a fun and friendly competition, with the group voting for their favorite performance.
Set up a DIY bowling lane with plastic bottles as pins and use a soft ball to knock them down.
Teams perform short improv comedy scenes based on random prompts, fostering creativity and spontaneity.
Play a quick game of musical chairs with fun, upbeat music to get everyone moving and laughing.
Hide objects or clues around the office for teams to find, with a prize for the first team to complete the hunt.
Set up a photo booth with fun props and costumes for teams to take silly photos together.
Design a mini-golf course around the office using everyday objects as obstacles and challenge teams to a round.
Host a competitive ping pong tournament if you have a table, or use a makeshift table in the office.
Create a relay race with office-appropriate challenges like passing a paper ball or balancing an object on a spoon.
One person describes an object while the other teammate draws it without seeing the object, testing communication skills.
Play volleyball with a balloon, using desks or tables as the net for a fun, low-impact game.
Teammates share random fun facts or past memories, and the group tries to remember who said what by the end of the game.
Teammates take turns sharing two true facts and one lie about themselves, and the group must guess which statement is the lie.
Using your camera, create a “safari” by capturing a teammate’s head combined with an animal’s body on screen or in pictures for a fun and creative activity.
Organize a Jeopardy-style quiz game with categories related to your industry, company trivia, or general knowledge. Teams compete to answer the most questions correctly.
Have teams compete to build the most aerodynamic paper airplane, then see which plane flies the furthest.
Provide teams with socks and craft supplies to create sock puppets, then perform a short skit or presentation using the puppets.
Set up an escape room scenario in the office where teams must solve puzzles and find clues to “escape” within a time limit.
Teammates stand in a circle, grab hands with people across from them, and try to untangle themselves without letting go.
Teams build care packages, toys, or other items for charity, combining team bonding with giving back.
Each team member contributes to a larger mural or piece of art that symbolizes the team’s values or goals.
Teams race around the office in their desk chairs, following a designated course.
Create bingo cards with fun trivia about coworkers, and teammates must fill in spaces by finding someone who matches the description.
Teams compete to build the longest paper chain within a set time using only paper and tape.
A session of laughter yoga, where teams participate in exercises designed to induce laughter and reduce stress.
Everyone wears wireless headphones and dances to their own playlist, sharing moments of silent fun and hilarity.
Teams tell a story using only emojis and the other teams must decode what the story is about.
Teams create “masterpieces” using office supplies, then showcase them in an art gallery-style exhibit.
Teammates must stick as many Post-It notes to a team member as possible in a set time, encouraging lighthearted competition.
Teams perform short skits based on funny or memorable moments from office life.
Using a small office object (like a stapler or stress ball), play a quick round of Hot Potato, with the loser answering a fun question.
Teammates wear noise-cancelling headphones while others whisper phrases to them, and they must guess what’s being said.
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